Einstein Bros.® Bagels is your neighborhood bagel shop. We're proud to provide our guests with freshly baked bagels, breakfast sandwiches, coffee and much more. Visit an Einstein Bros. location near you today!
Numerous reviews highlighted poor customer service, with staff being unfriendly, unhelpful, and lacking proper greeting or engagement with customers.
Food Quality
Mixed feedback on food quality; while some customers enjoyed specific items like bagels and breakfast sandwiches, many reported issues with food being undercooked, bland, or not as advertised.
Cleanliness
Several customers noted that the dining area was dirty, with tables and surfaces needing attention.
Pricing Issues
Customers expressed dissatisfaction with pricing, citing unexpected surcharges and perceived overpricing for the quality of food received.
Speed of Service
While some reviews praised quick service, others experienced long wait times, particularly during busy hours.
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Jacob
Oct 23, 2025
5.0
Quick service, average food, decent price. It was something decent to eat while waiting for my ride. Also the only food option I could find without having to shuttle to terminal 1.
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D B
Sep 26, 2025
1.0
Absolutely pathetic micro sized bagel sandwich for nearly $11. Shrinkflation at its best, another restaurant to avoid.
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douglas cabacungan
Sep 15, 2025
1.0
DATE: 15SEP2025, Approx. 1055.I haven't had Einstein bagel in over 3 yrs. I've been working overseas. I used to visit the one in Mission Valley by my home, almost 2-3 times a week! I saw the familiar sign and ordered the my usual Asiago bagel with ham/swiss/turkey. The food is always excellent! Coffee is also good and strong. However, what separates great establishments from the lousy ones is "Quality of Service!" I get it, you have a ready made customer base and you're in an excellent spot, catching hungry patrons just after checking in. But you still have to show a "friendly, welcoming" effort to greet customers! The person at the counter showed ZERO effort. No friendly greeting, ex., "Hello!", "Good morning.", "How can I help you?" etc. I made my order, she corrected me several times until she understood what I wanted. No eye contact, no friendly smile, minimal interaction. The counter wasn't busy during our encounter. She took my name, I paid (NO TIP!), a lot more expensive than I remembered! And, NO "Thank You, Have a great day, Safe travels" or anything. I always say, I'd rather visit an establishment with with good food with Excellent Service rather than return to one with great food and lousy service. BTW, the dining area was also dirty. Looking at previous negative reviews on Service, looks like Management have made very little positive improvement, if at all. Great Food, Lousy Service. Next time I'll just keep walking by...
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Champ N
Sep 4, 2025
2.0
What does "closed 7pm" mean? Sad place.
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sharon Montgomery
Aug 30, 2025
1.0
Server was very unfriendly. Asked for water with my order. She said we have tap water and handed me a glass of WARM tap water.
No ice. Wow
After spending money there, I don't think I would go back if the same server (girl) is there. To many other places to spend money in the airport (pre-security)
Frequently Asked Questions About Einstein Bros. Bagels
What types of pickup and delivery services does Einstein Bros. Bagels offer?
Einstein Bros. Bagels offers in-store pickup, delivery, same-day delivery, and no-contact delivery services.
Where is Einstein Bros. Bagels located?
Einstein Bros. Bagels is located at 3665 N Harbor Dr, Terminal 2 - Pre-Security, San Diego, CA 92101, United States.
What are the operating hours of Einstein Bros. Bagels?
Einstein Bros. Bagels is open daily from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
What payment methods are accepted at Einstein Bros. Bagels?
They accept American Express, Android Pay, Apple Pay, Cash, Contactless Payments, Discover, MasterCard, Samsung Pay, and Visa.
Does Einstein Bros. Bagels provide WiFi services?
Yes, WiFi is available at Einstein Bros. Bagels.
What are some signature menu items at Einstein Bros. Bagels?
Their specialties include gourmet bagels, shmear, signature cage-free egg sandwiches, and the Nova Lox sandwich.
Where can I view the menu and place an order online for Einstein Bros. Bagels?
You can view the menu at https://www.einsteinbros.com/menu/ and place orders at https://locations.einsteinbros.com/us/ca/san-diego/3665-n-harbor-dr.
Which nearby coffee shops could I visit along with Einstein Bros. Bagels?
Dark Horse Coffee Roasters is a nearby coffee shop you might enjoy along with a visit to Einstein Bros. Bagels.
What nearby airport terminals can help me find Einstein Bros. Bagels at San Diego International Airport?
Einstein Bros. Bagels is located near San Diego International Airport Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, which can help you navigate to the shop conveniently.
What other nearby dining options are available around Einstein Bros. Bagels?
Nearby dining options include The Counter (burger and American cuisine), Luna Grill (Greek restaurant), and Yan Can Asian Bistro & Bar (Asian cuisine and bar).